*فَفِرُّوا إِلَى اللَّه ۖ*
الذاريات ،٥٠
"SO FLEE TO ALLAH" [quran 51:50]
FROM INSPIRATION TO ACTION
As Muslims in the US, and globally, we are experiencing a renewed sense of pride and validation in our faith, despite the challenges facing the Ummah and our ongoing grief. We feel a sense of dignity, honor, and confidence, as the global community is increasingly witnessing the truth of Islam without distortions. What started with the global attention on Gaza, has spread to a positive portrayal of Islam and Muslims on social media, as the world stage continues to reshape perceptions. There is an awareness of the power of social media to influence beyond governmental barriers. There is also a revived spirit of struggle for good, along with the realization that significant sacrifices are required for finding contentment in this life and success in the hereafter. We feel the importance of closeness to Allah swt, for progress and success. The upcoming 2024 MAS Convention aims to guide Muslims in the US in building on this momentum, helping us take actionable steps toward meaningful change within our own lives, our families, our communities, and beyond.
The convention theme this year, “So Flee to Allah” [51:50], reflects the urgency, the drive, and the goal as we navigate to progress "From Inspiration to Action". This theme reminds us to point the compass to Allah SWT, as we take action for change. It highlights the importance of knowing Allah SWT, anchoring our belief and faith, and being conscious of Allah SWT as the framework for rolling up our sleeves to work. This drive to take action, to struggle, and to sacrifice in our personal lives, community, and society leads to productive and powerful outcomes.
The 2024 MAS Convention’s primary goal is to motivate the Muslim community toward becoming active learners, to strengthen our faith, and to bring us closer to Allah SWT while promoting Islam. The convention encourages involvement in the social causes for freedom, justice, equity and support for the Ummah, and urges the community to present Islamic principles of humanity, morality, and good character to the wider world. Our effort will also focus on moving beyond the community bubble to engaging with society on an impactful scale. The ultimate goal of the convention is to provide guidance on immediate steps, by equipping individuals, masajids, and organizations with the tools and strategies necessary to take meaningful action in their communities.
The convention theme this year, “So Flee to Allah” [51:50], reflects the urgency, the drive, and the goal as we navigate to progress "From Inspiration to Action". This theme reminds us to point the compass to Allah SWT, as we take action for change. It highlights the importance of knowing Allah SWT, anchoring our belief and faith, and being conscious of Allah SWT as the framework for rolling up our sleeves to work. This drive to take action, to struggle, and to sacrifice in our personal lives, community, and society leads to productive and powerful outcomes.
The 2024 MAS Convention’s primary goal is to motivate the Muslim community toward becoming active learners, to strengthen our faith, and to bring us closer to Allah SWT while promoting Islam. The convention encourages involvement in the social causes for freedom, justice, equity and support for the Ummah, and urges the community to present Islamic principles of humanity, morality, and good character to the wider world. Our effort will also focus on moving beyond the community bubble to engaging with society on an impactful scale. The ultimate goal of the convention is to provide guidance on immediate steps, by equipping individuals, masajids, and organizations with the tools and strategies necessary to take meaningful action in their communities.